Commodity Specialist

Define and implement our European Purchasing Strategy for the assigned commodities allowing on-time delivery to the several European plants in conformity with Engineering specifications and at the best commercial conditions.

Responsibilities:

· Make full capacity studies per Global suppliers related to Global demand on assigned commodities;

· Solve emergency cases on material delivery for assigned commodities for All plants;

· Establish a five-year strategy on Payment terms, Best Cost Country sourcing and Net Material inflation;

· Perform internet auctions on commodities assigned;

· Negotiate and implement purchase contracts with our existing and new suppliers;

· In view of continuously minimizing costs of total supply chain, develop new suppliers and ensure smooth transition in terms of quality and delivery performance;

· Liaise with Production sites, Engineering and Corporate;

· Participate in establishing a common purchasing strategy between Asia-Pacific, North America and European divisions;